Travis (45) is unmarried. His single mother, Beverly (81), lives in a nursing home. They are both U.S. citizens and have valid social security numbers. Travis pays the entire cost of the nursing home and more than 50% of Beverlys total support. Traviss wages were $78,000; Beverlys income consisted of $1,800 taxable interest and $10,135 social security benefits. Travis has no foreign income or investment income. Travis would like to claim Beverly as a dependent if he qualifies.

Question1

What is Travis' correct and most favorable 2020 filing status?

Single.

Married filing jointly.

Married filing separately.

Head of household.

Qualifying widow(er).

Mark for follow up

Question 2

What is Beverly's dependency status for Travis?

Qualifying Child Dependent.

Qualifying Relative Dependent.

She is not a dependent of Travis.

Question 3

Is Travis eligible to claim the Child Tax Credit (CTC) and Additional Child Tax Credit (if the CTC is limited), or the Other Dependent Credit for any potential dependent? Choose the best response.

Travis is eligible to claim the Child Tax Credit/Additional Child Tax Credit.

Travis is eligible to claim the Other Dependent Credit.

Travis is not eligible to claim the Child Tax Credit/Additional Child Tax Credit or the Other Dependent Credit.

Question 4

Is Travis eligible to claim and receive the Earned Income Credit?

Yes

No